Policy
Politics
In first public advocate debate, Williams, Rajkumar promise a lot in a not very powerful office
The public advocate’s greatest weapon is their bully pulpit, and the Democratic candidates fought passionately for the seat on Thursday night.
Heard Around Town
Politics
These debate questions made it hard for NYC mayoral candidates to BS
Comparing mayoral candidates debate responses on rent, who they voted for in 2021, Mahmoud Khalil and more.
Heard Around Town
Politics
Some endorsers aren’t ranking their preferred NYC candidates. Is that too confusing for voters?
In this new ranked-choice reality, we’re seeing “tiers” and “slates” and “co-endorsements.”
Policy
Policy
Turo car-share app pushes bill to reduce insurance requirements
State Sen. James Skoufis and Assembly Member David Weprin are sponsoring a bill that would treat car-share apps the same as rental car companies.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Calling balls and strikes on charges of antisemitism
The Jewish community needs candidates who treat our safety seriously.
New York City
Politics
5 moments that defined the first NYC mayoral primary debate
Andrew Cuomo was the No. 1 target, but second place Zohran Mamdani also caught some criticism.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: I voted yes on Medical Aid in Dying. Now the Senate must act.
I voted yes for every New Yorker who may one day face a terminal diagnosis and who deserves the ability to choose their own path.
2026 New York gubernatorial election
Politics
Delgado charts a leftwing guv campaign in first event since launch
Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado sought to distance himself from his boss at his not-launch rally in Brooklyn
Heard Around Town
Politics
Anthony Weiner has gripes about his opponents’ campaign office rent
The former rep’s campaign sent a letter to the Campaign Finance Board alleging two opponents got an unreported discount.
Technology
Policy
‘Little tech’ lobby starts campaign against AI regulation bills
The American Innovators Network is warning about unintended consequences of the RAISE Act and other legislation regulating AI companies.
LGBTQ+
Opinion
Opinion: We must create safe harbor for the trans community in NYC
This pride month, New York must provide shelter from the Trump administration’s tsunami of discriminatory executive orders and anti-trans vitriol.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Airbnb starts spending to support vocal critic Jumaane Williams
Why? Because he is “deeply committed to preserving the affordability of our city.”
NYN Media
NYN Media
Jan Fisher, executive director of Nonprofit Westchester, previews City & State's 2025 Nonprofit OpCon
City & State’s upcoming 2025 Nonprofit OpCon will feature over three dozen experts in the nonprofit field and eight panel discussions.
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
The leading contenders for Manhattan BP discuss their solutions for the borough
An excerpt from the Broadway Association’s online forum in May
2026 New York gubernatorial election
Politics
Electeds race to endorse Hochul following Delgado campaign launch
Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado’s announcement that he will challenge Gov. Kathy Hochul next year has resulted in a flood of endorsements for the incumbent.
Opinion
Opinion
Opinion: Domestic and elder abuse leave scars many can’t see
Coerced debt can keep abuse survivors locked in dangerous situations, but a new bill aims to provide relief.
News & Politics
Politics
Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado launches campaign for governor
After breaking with Gov. Kathy Hochul, Delgado now looks to be challenging her from the left.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s note: Train Daddy’s return ‘beyond’ exciting
Penn Station advocate Sam Turvey sees hope for the transit hub’s redevelopment with Andy Byfod leading the project.
Opinion
Opinion